JOURNAL

SPEAKING BOOKS

Literacy is a luxury that many of us take for granted. We depend on written communication for information, guidance, and access to heath care information That is why SADAG created SPEAKING BOOKS and revolutionized the way information is delivered to low literacy communities. It's exactly what it sounds like.a book that talks to the reader in his or her local language, delivering critical information in an interactive, and educational way.

The customizable 16-page book, accompanied by local celebrity audio recordings, ensures that vital health and social messages can be seen, heard, read and understood..

We started with books on Teen Suicide prevention , HIV, AIDS and Depression, Understanding Mental Health and have developed over 30 titles, such as TB, Malaria, Polio, Vaccines for over 30 countries.

Welcome

SADAG is Africa’s largest mental health support and advocacy group. On this website you will find comprehensive mental health information and resources to help you, a family member or loved one. [Read more]

YOU can add SADAG to your beneficiary list and help raise money for our Suicide Helpline on a monthly basis while you shop!

The best part - It doesn’t cost you a cent to make a difference. Simply swipe your MySchool Supporter Card when you shop at one of the many MySchool partners, which are listed here. All the funds raised will be used to help pay for the telephone costs for SADAG’s Suicide Helpline.

Please lend a helping hand to what we really need. Its as easy as getting a MySchool Card and adding SADAG as a beneficiary. Help people with depression and anxiety get the help they need. If you dont have a MySchool card yet, or would like to add SADAG as on of your 3 beneficiaries , please click here or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we can help you further.

Ask the Doctor

MEN AND DEPRESSION

Men in South Africa battle to come forward with mental health problems due often to the stigma attached to mental health. Dr Korb, psychiatrist and psychologist makes it clear and easy to understand the many ways to get help and a diagnosis. Click here.

ANXIETY AND PANIC ATTACKS

Dr Colinda Linde, well known CBT expert, specializing in panic and anxiety, answers questions you may have after you have received your diagnosis. Click here.

ZAMO MBELE INTERVIEW

BIPOLAR DISORDER

If you have recently been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, Dr Leigh Jeanet, Sandton Psychiatrist, specialising in bipolar will answer some of the questions you may have, after your diagnosis. Click here.

MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA & DISCRIMINATION

Nkini Phasha speaks on the stigma surrounding mental health and discrimination that people endure within communities. Click here to view the video.

Do You want to check your Mental Health?Questionnaires below

If you think you may have Depression take this Self rating questionnaire and discuss the Findings with your Mental Health expert. Click here.

If you think you have Bipolar Disorder take this self rating questionnaire and discuss the findings with your mental health expert. Click here.

If you think you may have PTSDtake this Self rating questionnaire and discuss the Findings with your Mental Health expert. Click here.

If you think you may have Panic & Anxiety take this Self rating questionnaire and discuss the Findings with your Mental Health expert. Click here

If you think you may have Postnatal Depression take this Self rating questionnaire and discuss the Findings with your Mental Health expert. Click here

If you think you may have ADHD take this Self rating questionnaire and discuss the Findings with your Mental Health expert. Click here

South African Depression &amp Anxiety Group

EMERGENCY LINES

Dr Reddy's Help Line0800 21 22 23

Cipla 24hr Mental Health Helpline0800 456 789

Pharmadynamics Police &Trauma Line0800 20 50 26

Adcock Ingram Depression and Anxiety Helpline0800 70 80 90

ADHD Helpline0800 55 44 33

Department of Social Development Substance Abuse Line 24hr helpline0800 12 13 14SMS 32312